packer fan and republican vice presidential candidate paul ryan took to the stump. >> it is time to get the real refs. >> reporter: even the president posted on twitter. nfl fans on both sides of the aisle hope the refs' lockout is settled soon. >> monday night, the wrong team won a game, a very big game, and if the green bay packers miss the playoffs by one game, they have every right to point the finger at park avenue in new york. >> reporter: home to nfl headquarters. today in a statement the league said seattle's golden tate should have been flagged for pass interference for this push, which would have ended the game. but as for that touchdown, the nfl said its officiating department reviewed the video and supports the decision not to overturn the on-field ruling. >> referee: the call on the field stands, touchdown. >> reporter: result is final, says the league, leaving the fans and players without a prayer. ann thompson, nbc news, new york. >>> up next here tonight, there's been trouble in space, but will we pay the price here on earth? >>> take a look at these images of the northe